Last week's wrapup

[giza]

First, I had no idea that my last post would generate so many replies. I glad that folks like the pictures, though. So I decided to include another picture with this post, shown on the right. It was from last night, when davinwarter was visiting. I finally managed to find some Lions Head beer, and drank it from a glass that had a lion's head on it. I'm so clever! :-P

Otherwise, my weekend went pretty well. Davin and I bummed around town, I showed him the "blighted" section of Ardmore, I forced him to play Legends of Wrestling after he had a few drinks (it's horrific!), looking through the windows of the Apple Store, and then we watched Shaolin Soccer.

My feet seem to be doing better. I'm still having these cycles of feeling better for a few days and then feeling worse for a few days, but the worse days aren't all that bad. I seem to be on a definite uphill trend. With a little luck, I'll have my orthotics at the end of next week.

Late Friday night, I beat Half Life 2 for the first time. I was rather underwhelmed by the ending, unfortunately. But folks have already suggested that I pick things up in HL2: Episode One, which is said to be much better.

Next weekend is IndyFurCon. While I decided not to attend to my past/ongoing health reasons, I'm still a little stressed out over the convention. Awhile back the convention decided to use the services of The Dorsai Irregulars to provide convention security. One thing led to another, and I wound up as the "Contract Officer (CO)" for that specific contract, meaning that I got to negotiate things with the convention regarding what our responsibilities would be, what the duty posts would be, etc. It's the first time I've done this, so it was a bit of an experience for me.

I had another dream last night that involved wearing a fursuit at a con again. That was a wee bit strange.

Looking at my schedule and my finances, it looks like I missed enough conventions (FCN, Anime Central, and IFC) to save a substantial number of vacation days and money. When my feet and knees improve again, I think I'm going to go on some kind of trip, but where? Right now, the big thing that I'm thinking of is maybe a road trip for a week or more sometime in October. Either I would drive north and visit folks in the New York/Connecticut area, or perhaps drive west as far as Chicago. At this point I'm still kicking around ideas and considering different options. I think it's something I'd like to do though, since I've never done a serious road trip before. (vacation with my parents as a kid does NOT count)

Comments

[greenreaper.livejournal.com]

I'd say that HL2 Episode 1 is the weaker of the current "trilogy" of HL2 games. That's mostly because it's pretty short, though, not because of any deficiency in gameplay.

It's still worth your time, and Episode 2 builds up to a great ending in all sorts of ways. Lots of cinematic moments - you'll want to take your time.

[rickwoods.livejournal.com]

Oh good, someone else who's taken this long to finish HL2 -- wait, I haven't finished it yet. Dammit :-(

:-P

[chefmongoose.livejournal.com]

I'm in the Connecticut area, and there's space here for you to stay if you like. Maybe spend some time before/after FurFright?

[giza.livejournal.com]

Duly noted, and thanks! That's one more place I can visit if I head up in that general direction. :-)

[tgeller.livejournal.com]

Remember that you have a place to stay in Oberlin! It's a good stopping point on the way to Chicago, too.

I assume you've seen "Half Life: Full Life Consequences"?

[silent-o.livejournal.com]

Soooo behind the times... :P
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Get a suit! You know you want one. :D

[orionvw.livejournal.com]

Hey, quick note: Del has to work tomorrow, and I am doing some courthouse hunting/job applications. If you are up for dinner and my needing to brain storm I'm very glad to drive up.

I think I know the meaning of your dream. Your 'fursona' is Mr. Responsible for everyone else's good time---but when do you get to let loose of stress?

[unclekage.livejournal.com]

Go to Germany for Oktoberfest.

[giza.livejournal.com]

Would be happy to help you brain storm. Come on over!

[giza.livejournal.com]

Oh, that's a swell idea. I'll travel to a foreign country, and get so drunk I can only speak Dolph Danish. I'm sure that would end well. :-P

[giza.livejournal.com]

Yeah, if I chose to head west, you're definitely one of the folks I'd talk to about visiting, since I recall you saying such nice things about Oberlin.

[giza.livejournal.com]

It doesn't seem very practical for me because of the cost. Seeing that fursuits start at $1,900 (http://lacy.timduru.org/pricing.php), that's quite an investment in something for me to wear a couple of times a year. for something I've never worn before, and aren't sure I'd even be comfortable wearing.

[Edit: Clarified things a bit.]

[fenris-lorsrai.livejournal.com]

If you're up for train rather than drive, considering taking train through the West Virginia mountains. I did that when I was looking at colleges decade ago and it was AMAZING scenery. There were some towns that we went through that the ONLY access was by train. There was no road access. So you'll see spots you absolutely can't see any other way.

At the time they were running Superliners (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superliner_(railcar)) on that route, but I don't know if they still do.

[silent-o.livejournal.com]

Umm...

It all depends on who makes your suit.

If you catch one of Hindpaws' auctions on furbid, you'll end up paying around $800.

My mat got his suit from Hindpaws, and we both like it a lot.

[giza.livejournal.com]

$800 is still a chunk of change.

I'd say that's more than I spend on all my other clothing in a given year.

[silent-o.livejournal.com]

Well... you're a skinny little thing. Tell you what.

When I get a suit I'll let you wear it around for a bit.

That may not be for a while though. :(

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[sashatigress.livejournal.com]

First, I had no idea that my last post would generate so many replies

I did not comment, but I really enjoyed looking at the color pictures from the Great Depression. And thank you for posting the link. :)

[staghorne.livejournal.com]

I'm relieved to hear your feet are starting to return to normal. Let's hope the orthotics will provide a further push in the right direction.

Regarding your nightly fursuiting adventures, maybe your inner Freud is trying to tell you something... ;)

Also, I think your trip idea sounds fabulous. Road trips rock!

[staghorne.livejournal.com]

FYI, I kept an eye on FurBid for a few months, and snagged my suit for less than $500 ...not counting import fees. X(

The point is, if you're well informed and a little lucky, quality doesn't have to be costly.